Projects Business Analyst Global Futures Exchange

Engineers And Constructors International

Job Location:

Houston, MS - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 66 - 75

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Join the ECI Groups Professional Technical Services Network as a contractProjects Business Analyst - Global Futures Exchange.As an IT Business Analyst you will be the bridge between business needs and technical solutions in a dynamic trading environment. Youll leverage your expertise to drive improvements in trading systems ensure regulatory compliance and deliver scalable technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency and risk management. Be part of a team that values innovation collaboration and continuous learning. Youll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge trading technology and make a tangible impact on global energy markets.This is a short-term contract assignment in our clients Houston office beginning November 24 2025 and ending April 15 2026.

Our client is a global leader in thein Oil & Energy renowned for innovation and a commitment to developing cleaner energy solutions. They invest heavily in their people offering industry-leading development programs and a collaborative high-performance culture where your ideas drive real impact.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Analyze and map RFQ order and trade lifecycles to formulate solutions that improve quality and efficiency across trading systems.
Serve as a subject matter expert for trading systems initiatives providing guidance to development QA infrastructure and support teams.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across development support and technical business users.
Deliver scalable algorithmic trading technology in a compliant and flexible manner with hands-on experience in Algo regulation audit and compliance (e.g. MiFID II & RTS6).
Communicate effectively with traders developers and stakeholders to ensure business requirements are understood and met at all levels of delivery.
Analyze complex data sets and propose innovative solutions to enhance trading lifecycle processes including order capture execution allocation workflow settlement and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

Deep understanding of all major global futures exchanges.
Extensive knowledge of the full exchange-traded derivatives trade lifecycle.
Minimum of 8 years experience in Commodity Trading & Price Risk Management or Capital Markets / Investment Banks bringing an external perspective to ensure cost: value competitiveness.
Familiarity with market data providers (Bloomberg Refinitiv etc.) and liquidity aggregation platforms.
Strong grasp of financial regulations such as MiFID II EMIR and FCA guidelines.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with traders developers and stakeholders.
Team player with a proactive self-motivated and flexible attitude.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-pressure trading environment and meet demanding deadlines with changing priorities.

Required Skills:

Proven experience as an IT Business Analyst in a trading environment (preferably Front Office and/or Middle Office).
In-depth understanding of Exchange Traded Derivatives and Commodity Trading (Oil and Gas).
Experience with Third Party Networks and EMS/OMS software vendors (e.g. TT NYFIX Bloomberg TradingScreen).
Proficiency in instrument static data and Market Data systems & protocols across both Windows and Linux operating systems.
Solid experience in FIX Engineering and application support/vendor management.
Strong technical skills in scripting (Python PowerShell C# SQL) and debugging network protocols (TCP multicast).
Demonstrated ability in exchange certification application deployment and support.
Experience analyzing and implementing regulatory initiatives (e.g. MiFID II MAD/MAR).

Required Experience:

Manager

Analyze and map RFQ order and trade lifecycles to formulate solutions that improve quality and efficiency across trading systems.
Serve as a subject matter expert for trading systems initiatives providing guidance to development QA infrastructure and support teams.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across development support and technical business users.
Deliver scalable algorithmic trading technology in a compliant and flexible manner with hands-on experience in Algo regulation audit and compliance (e.g. MiFID II & RTS6).
Communicate effectively with traders developers and stakeholders to ensure business requirements are understood and met at all levels of delivery.
Analyze complex data sets and propose innovative solutions to enhance trading lifecycle processes including order capture execution allocation workflow settlement and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

Deep understanding of all major global futures exchanges.
Extensive knowledge of the full exchange-traded derivatives trade lifecycle.
Minimum of 8 years experience in Commodity Trading & Price Risk Management or Capital Markets / Investment Banks bringing an external perspective to ensure cost: value competitiveness.
Familiarity with market data providers (Bloomberg Refinitiv etc.) and liquidity aggregation platforms.
Strong grasp of financial regulations such as MiFID II EMIR and FCA guidelines.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with traders developers and stakeholders.
Team player with a proactive self-motivated and flexible attitude.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-pressure trading environment and meet demanding deadlines with changing priorities.

Required Skills:

Proven experience as an IT Business Analyst in a trading environment (preferably Front Office and/or Middle Office).
In-depth understanding of Exchange Traded Derivatives and Commodity Trading (Oil and Gas).
Experience with Third Party Networks and EMS/OMS software vendors (e.g. TT NYFIX Bloomberg TradingScreen).
Proficiency in instrument static data and Market Data systems & protocols across both Windows and Linux operating systems.
Solid experience in FIX Engineering and application support/vendor management.
Strong technical skills in scripting (Python PowerShell C# SQL) and debugging network protocols (TCP multicast).
Demonstrated ability in exchange certification application deployment and support.
Experience analyzing and implementing regulatory initiatives (e.g. MiFID II MAD/MAR).